A virtual private network, or VPN, protects you by encrypting your online communications — helping to keep your sensitive information away from prying eyes. But privacy isn’t the only reason to use a VPN.
One of the most popular reasons for using a VPN is to get access to movies and TV shows on streaming services you pay for, like Hulu or Max, while you’re traveling abroad or living in another country. If you create an account for Netflix in the US, for example, the library will vary depending on which country you’re in. And Netflix knows if you’re in another country by using your IP address to determine your location.Â
So how exactly does a VPN help in this situation?
Well, with a VPN, you can choose a specific server, in another country, changing your IP address to whatever the location is. If you’re in Poland, for example, but want to access the Spain library for Netflix, you can simply choose a server in Spain and you’re good to go.
Unfortunately, not every device you own can use a VPN. Although Apple TV running TVOS 17 can now natively support VPN applications, the options are very limited. If you subscribe to one of the major VPN services, like ProtonVPN or NordVPN, you’re out of luck — unless you use this workaround.
If you’re unfamiliar with Smart DNS, it’s a feature that allows you to access geo-restricted content on devices that don’t typically allow VPNs.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to use the Smart DNS feature in your VPN on your Apple TV. Here’s what you need to know.Â
For more, here’s how to set up a VPN on your iPhone and the best iPhone VPNs.
1. Access Smart DNS feature in your VPN
You can find tons of VPN services, and while many pretty much do the same thing, advanced features like Smart DNS are only offered on some VPNs. If you’re unfamiliar with Smart DNS, it’s a feature that allows you to access georestricted content on devices that don’t typically allow VPNs or have very limited VPN options.
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